Climbing Info

The best way to get started is to take our Introductory Class. This class requires no previous experience and no appointment is necessary, just come on in. The Intro Class is $25 and it includes your Initiation Fee, equipment and a Day Pass. Anyone 14 years or older can take this class.

Parents of kids 2-13 can take the Intro Class to learn to belay their children. This is a great way to introduce kids to climbing.

First Time?	Open Climbing
Hours	Gym Features
Types of Climbing	FAQ

Hours

Saturday: Noon—8pm
Sunday: Noon—6pm
Monday: CLOSED
Tuesday—Friday: Noon—11pm

Types of Climbing

Top Roped Climbing

The majority of the climbing that takes place at Vertical Adventures is top roped climbing. In top roped climbing the climber is tied to a rope which passes through an anchor at the top of the wall and back down to the belayer or spotter. As the climber moves up the wall the belayer pulls the rope through the belay device and holds the climber if they fall. The belayer also is responsible for lowering the climber back to the ground when the climber is finished. Anyone 14 or older can learn how to belay.

Bouldering

Bouldering is another kind of climbing that one can do at Vertical Adventures. In bouldering the climber does not tie into a safety rope. Instead the climbing is done very low to the ground on walls with large pads underneath them. Bouldering is generally a more advanced kind of climbing, but it is also a great way to work on strength and climbing technique. Because there is no rope and spotter involved it is also a way to get in a "workout" when you don't have a climbing partner.

Leading

Leading is the most advanced form of climbing at Vertical Adventures. A lead climber starts with their rope disconnected from all anchors, as they climb up the belayer gives them slack so that they may clip the rope into anchors set along the wall. Climbers at Vertical Adventures must pass a test before they are allowed to lead climb. Vertical Adventures also offers lessons on both leading and belaying.

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Open Climbing

The best way to get started. No experience or appointments necessary. It is easier if you have a partner (someone to take the class with,) but it's not required. The intro class is $25. That covers your initial instruction, equipment and climbing (for as long as you want.)

Kids 14 years old and older can take the safety class and learn to hold the ropes for each other (or their parents.)

Parents of kids ages 2 - 13 can take the intro class and hold the ropes for their kids. This is a great way to introduce kids to climbing. One adult can generally supervise up to 3 kids. They just need to take turns.

See all of our rates, classes and lessons.

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Gym Features

Weight Room: For member use only. No one under 18 in Weight Room. Rack all weights when finished. See additional guidelines posted in Weight Room.

Auto-Belay: Climb by yourself! We have 2 autobelays that allow you to climb without a partner. This tethered device reels you in as you climb and if you fall you are lowered to the ground slowly and safely.

No Attitudes: Our knowledgeable and friendly staff is here to help you, not give you an attitude. Learn more about our staff.

Webcam: Miss the gym but don't have time to get down here? Or maybe you just want to see how busy it is before you head over. Check out our new webcam, which updates continually every minute.

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